What does RURAL mean?

Heres the result: Parts of Speech

adjective

Definitions

• relating to the countryside or rural areas
• characteristic of the country or country life

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈrʊrəl/
• UK: /ˈrʊərəl/

Origin and Usage

The word "rural" comes from the Latin word "rurālis," which means "of the countryside." It has been used in English since the 15th century to describe things that are related to the countryside or country life.

Synonyms

• countryside
• rustic
• pastoral
• agricultural
• unspoiled

Related Words

• urban
• coast
• field
• green
• hilly

Example Sentences

• The rural landscape was dotted with small farms and fields.
• She preferred the peace and quiet of rural life to the hustle and bustle of the city.
• The town was surrounded by miles of rural countryside.